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Video: Barnes on UT’s terrific defense “Our guys truly understand that that’s what we’ve built our program on”

Tennessee men’s basketball head coach Rick Barnes spoke with the media in the postgame after Tennessee’s 71-54 win over Mississippi State on Senior Night in Knoxville.

Vols Cap Unbeaten Road Trip with 11-2 Rout of Troy

The 21st-ranked Volunteers busted open a close game with seven combined runs in the sixth and seventh innings and went on to win the game 11-2, finishing with a season-high 13 hits.

Hoops Preview: Lady Vols vs. LSU

Tip-off is slated for 12:02 p.m. ET at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, S.C.

Lady Vols Hoops Report (3/5/19)

Read comments from coach Holly Warlick and players Cheridene Green and Meme Jackson from Tuesday’s availability.

Davis, Z. Green Earn SEC Hoops Honors

Associated Press also released its 10-member All-SEC Team on Tuesday, and Davis garnered second-team accolades from the media as well.

Hoops Preview: #5 Tennessee vs. Mississippi State

The four seniors being honored are Kyle Alexander, Lucas Campbell, Admiral Schofield and Brad Woodson.

Williams Earns National Player of the Week Honors

Williams averaged 22.5 points, 6.5 rebounds, three assists, two steals and one block per game last week to improve Tennessee’s record to 26-3 for the season and 14-2 in conference play.

Vol Hoops Media Monday (3/4/19)

Hear all from coach Rick Barnes following a monster win over Kentucky.

Collins Named SEC Freshman of the Week

Collins, who has played an increasing role for the team as the season has gone along, picked up the first such honor of her career.

Lady Vol Hoops Headed to Europe in August

The 10-day trip, arranged by Basketball Travelers, includes stops in The Netherlands, Belgium and France and will take place August 6-15, 2019.

8-seed Lady Vols to face 9-seed LSU in SEC Tournament

The Tennessee women’s basketball team will begin play in the 2019 SEC Tournament on Thursday at noon ET. The No. 8 seed Lady Vols will face No. 9 LSU

Lady Vols roll past Ole Miss 81-56 in regular season finale

The Lady Vols closed out the regular season with a commanding victory over Ole Miss, winning 81-56 on 51.8-percent shooting on Sunday at the Pavilion at Ole Miss.

Vols beat WKU 6-3 Saturday, match best start in program history

Tennessee picked up a doubleheader sweep on Saturday to finish the Cox Diamond Invitational with a perfect 3-0 record.

UT Baseball wins game 1 of DH over North Florida 10-2

The Vols came out swinging in Game One of Saturday’s doubleheader against North Florida, plating three runs in the top of the first inning en route to a 10-2 victory.

No. 7 Vols Run Past No. 4 Kentucky, 71-52

In front of the sellout Thompson-Boling Arena crowd, No. 7 Tennessee powered past No. 4 Kentucky, 71-52, to move into a two-way tie for first place in the SEC.

Tennessee’s Remaining Games in the Judi Garman Classic Cancelled

Due to heavy rain on Saturday morning, Tennessee’s two remaining games in the Judi Garman Classic have been canceled.

Video: Jordan Bone “We were going to be more physical and we were going to be the team that wanted this game more”

Vols guard Jordan Bone spoke with the media in the postgame after Tennessee’s 71-52 win over the Wildcats in Knoxville.

Video: Grant Williams “We have a great fan base and they give us the energy that we need to do our job”

Vols forward Grant Williams spoke with the media in the postgame after Tennessee’s 71-52 win over the Wildcats in Knoxville.

Video: Jordan Bowden “Grant’s the best player in the country, for me”

Tennessee guard Jordan Bowden spoke with the media in the postgame after Tennessee’s 71-52 win over the Wildcats in Knoxville.

Video: Barnes “Our guys really, they did a good job and defensively, it’s something they should be proud of”

Vols men’s basketball head coach Rick Barnes spoke to the media in the postgame after Tennessee’s 71-52 win over Kentucky in Knoxville.

Jimmy’s blog: Bone brilliant as Vols win 4th in a row at home over Kentucky

Calipari says Tennessee the aggressor in rematch

Hoops Preview: #7 Tennessee vs. #4 Kentucky

Fans can listen live on their local Vol Network affiliate (The Sports Animal) to hear Bob Kesling and Bert Bertelkamp describing the action.

Rick Barnes Media Availability (3/1/19)

Read everything coach Rick Barnes had to say the day before Kentucky comes to TBA.

Hoops Preview: Lady Vols vs. Ole Miss

Tennessee currently sits in 10th in the SEC standings at 6-9 and could move to eighth with a win on Sunday and losses by No. 8 LSU (7-8) and No. 9 Arkansas (6-9).

Barnes Announces Wade Houston Captain’s Award

Each year’s award winner will be commemorated on a plaque that will be prominently displayed in the new Larry Pratt Basketball Locker Room Complex at Thompson-Boling Arena.

Video: Rick Barnes previews 2nd match-up with Kentucky

Tennessee men’s basketball coach Rick Barnes spoke to the media in a group session on Friday ahead of the home game vs. Kentucky on Saturday.

Jimmy’s blog: Vols can’t get out muscled by Kentucky again

Vols also have to hit from outside

Vol Hoops Providing Special Fan Cards for Kentucky Game

UT fans will get the opportunity to perform a few card stunts with the posters during the game by following the instructions provided by members of the spirit squad.

Barnes Named Late Season Candidate For Werner Ladder Naismith Coach of the Year

During his fourth season in Knoxville, Barnes has led the Vols to a 25-3 record, while achieving a career-best and program-record 19-game win streak in the process.

Lady Vols Drop Game to Vandy, 76-69

Redshirt senior Cheridene Green posted a career-high 20 points.

Video: Holly Warlick and players try to explain loss to Vandy; VU comments as well

Tennessee Lady Vols head coach Holly Warlick, guard Meme Jackson, forward Cheridene Green, forward Mimi Collins, Vanderbilt coach Stephanie White, VU guard Cierra Walker and center Mariella Fasoula spoke to the media.

Jimmy’s blog: Lunardi says UT `absolutely’ could get No. 1 seed

Bracketologist projects 8 from SEC in NCAA field

Williams Sinks Last-Second Shot to Lift Vols to 73-71 Win at Ole Miss

During the final 11 minutes, neither team pulled ahead by more than one possession.

Westbrook Named to SEC Women’s Basketball Community Service Team

This marks the 21st year for the SEC Community Service Team for women’s basketball.

Hoops Preview: #7 Tennessee at Ole Miss

With a chance to repeat as SEC Champions, the Vols are currently in a 3-way tie for first place in the league with Kentucky and LSU.

Hoops Preview: Lady Vols vs. Vanderbilt

It’s Senior Night for two Lady Vols, as Cheridene Green and Meme Jackson will be recognized on-court prior to the game.

Vol Hoops Media Monday (2.25.19)

Catch every word from Vols coach Rick Barnes at Monday’s press conference.

Video: Rick Barnes talks officiating and mistakes from LSU loss, previews Ole Miss

Tennessee head coach Rick Barnes held his weekly Monday press conference to look back on the LSU game and look ahead to the Ole Miss game on Wednesday. Video is courtesy of UT Athletics and VFL Films.

Lady Vols Fall to No. 13/13 USC, 82-67

In the loss, four Lady Vols recorded double-digit points on the afternoon: Davis (15), Zaay Green (12), Cheridene Green (11) and Westbrook (10)

Vols Fall in Overtime at #13 LSU, 82-80

A shot with 0.6 seconds left just missed and handed the Vols their second straight loss on the road.

Hoops Preview: Lady Vols vs. No. 13/13 South Carolina

The Lady Vols enter this contest having won two of their past three games and five of their last seven, including victories over LSU, Florida, Vanderbilt, Auburn and RV/RV Missouri.

Hoops Preview: #5 Tennessee at #13 LSU

This will be the second top-15 road matchup for Tennessee (24-2, 12-1 SEC) in the last week.

Lady Vols Fall to No. 21/22 Texas A&M

UT was led in scoring by sophomore guard Evina Westbrook who had 17 points and five assists.

Williams Named Semifinalist For Naismith Defensive Player of the Year

Williams is the only player on the team with at least 20 blocks and 20 steals this season.

Tennessee Basketball Media Availability (2/21/19)

Get caught up with the Vols from Thursday’s media availability.

Video: Rob Lanier breaks down LSU ahead of Baton Rouge tilt

Tennessee men’s basketball associate head coach Rob Lanier spoke to the media in a group session on Thursday ahead of Tennessee’s game this Saturday at LSU.